Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild host joined Piney to recap the Super Rugby final and speculate about the upcoming All Blacks squad.

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Northland Paralympic legend Cam Leslie has welcomed a national grant programme designed to get more disabled people into para sports.

Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ) and Bupa New Zealand have joined forces to launch the PNZ Bupa Inclusive Para Sport Grant.

Cam Leslie joined Piney to discuss further. 

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The Warriors believe everyone at the NRL club understands their responsibility to their fans outside the Auckland region.

The Warriors play their first game at One NZ Stadium in Christchurch from 4pm when they meet North Queensland.

Former Warrior Mark Tookey joined Piney to discuss.

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Hearty celebrations from the Hurricanes as they toast their first Super Rugby title in a decade.

The Hurricanes have had a civic reception on the Wellington waterfront after thrashing the Chiefs in last night's decider.

Coach Clark Laidlaw it was special to win the title at their Hnry Stadium home.

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The Hurricanes will be celebrating hard today, following last night's victory over the Chiefs.

With the All Blacks squad announcement looming, it's likely last night's big win will be taken into account ahead of coach Dave Rennie's announcement tomorrow. 

Former All Black and Sky Sport commentator Mils Muliaina and Jeff McTainsh joined Piney on The Rugby Panel to outline their predictions.

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Kiwi paracanoeist Finn Murphy is rising faster than even he expected.  

Just 12 months after making his international debut, he competed in the Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Cup in Germany, finishing second in a dead heat in the men’s KL3 200m final. 

His time of 44.91s saw him share silver with Brazil’s Miqueias Elias Rodrigues, while two-time Paralympic champion Serhii Yemelianov claimed gold in 44.14s. 

Murphy told Piney the result was pretty unexpected, as he thought he might need another season or two under his belt before he got into medal territo...

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New Zealand's Sail GP team return to the waters of Halifax, Nova Scotia for the Canada Sail Grand Prix this weekend. 

Penalties from their collision with France in Auckland, then subsequently missing the past four Sail GP regatta's has sunk the Black Foils to the bottom of the SailGP competition ladder. 

Co-CEO Peter Burling told Piney it’s definitely been a long time coming to get back on the horse, but it’s been amazing to see all the work each individual has been doing to get themselves ready. 

He says they’re super exc...

The All Whites are in a golden era. 

They made it through to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2010 and drew 2-all in their first match with Iran. 

A large number of the team’s stars came through the Olé Football Academy, which was directed by Declan Edge between 2012 and 2020. 

Edge joined Piney to discuss what he saw in the players and how they’ve improved throughout their careers. 

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The Hurricanes are atop the table ahead of tonight’s Grand Final against the Chiefs. 

They’re clashing tonight at Hnry Stadium, both teams eager to take home the Super Rugby Pacific title. 

Japanese International Warner Dearns has arguably been the Hurricanes’ best player this season, but his sabbatical comes to an end after tonight’s clash. 

He joined Piney to reflect on his time in the capital and the team's success throughout the season. 

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Two Super Rugby Pacific teams desperate for a taste of silverware are ready for a final full of expectations tonight in Wellington. 

The Hurricanes want a second title in their trophy cabinet a decade on from their first, while the Chiefs head to the capital eager to convert lessons from a threepeat of finals defeats into a first title since 2013. 

Chiefs Halfback Cortez Ratima told Piney they’re pretty determined, and excited to have given themselves another opportunity to win the final. 

He says they’ve given themselves a chance to learn from the pas...

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild host joined Piney to discuss the Super Rugby semi-finals, the start of the World Cup and the NBA finals.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has gotten underway, and it's likely to inspire young Kiwis to start training for future events.

To get ahead of the 2034 World Cup and beyond, coaching expert Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to outline his tips and tricks.

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Former Silver Fern Anna Harrison is opening up about her new initiative designed to make motherhood more visible in sport and movement.

Red Thread was born from the belief that movement is about more than exercise - instead it's about connection, identity, wellbeing, and belonging.

She joined Piney to explain further.

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The All Whites are gearing up for their first proper World Cup match in North America.

The team is now into full preparation mode for the Iran match on Tuesday (1pm NZT), which is coming round fast.

Former All White Shane Smeltz joined Piney to preview the match.

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The Warriors won't be seeking clarity around a controversial referring call in their two-point NRL loss to the Sharks at Mt Smart.

Chanel Harris-Tavita was penalised for taking too long to take a goal-line drop-out, despite a contrasting message from the referee in the lead-up. 

Coach Andrew Webster labelled the decision the most unprofessional thing he's seen in the NRL.

Rugby league analyst Willie Poching joined Piney to recap the 'disappointing' loss. 

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Cam Roigard's defending his actions in the lead-up to their first try in the Hurricanes' emphatic Super Rugby semifinal win over the Blues.

The All Blacks halfback had fallen heavily after being clipped by Beauden Barrett while taking a high ball.

Standing up as both teams milled around the referee - Roigard before took a quick tap and raced up field, before Jordie Barrett dotted down.

Roigard joined Piney to discuss further.

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The White Ferns are preparing to start their defence of the T20 Crown.  

They begin their campaign against the West Indies tomorrow morning at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.  

Captain Melie Kerr joined Piney to preview the cup and detail their plans to go back-to-back. 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 13th June 2026, Kane Williamson has retired from international cricket. The New Zealand great announced it overnight, retiring as New Zealand's all-time leading run scorer and arguably our greatest ever cricketer. 

Neil Wagner, BJ Watling, and Dylan Cleaver all join the show to offer their thoughts on Williamsons incredible career. 

And the Chiefs demolished the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Semi Finals, outside back Kyren Taumoefolau joined the show to recap his team's performance. 

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The Chiefs have secured their spot in the Grand Final. 

They demolished the defending champion Crusaders 42-12 to advance to the final stage of Super Rugby Pacific.  

Kyren Taumoefolau started the Chiefs off strong with two early tries, and told Piney everyone was on the same page – every time they had an opportunity to attack, they did. 

And in the second half, he says, they couldn’t get complacent, as they knew the Crusaders were going to come out firing.  

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Kane Williamson’s impact on New Zealand cricket is being highlighted. 

The Black Cap announced his retirement from the international game overnight, stepping back ahead of the second match against England. 

Someone who may have watched Williamson more than anyone else is cricket author Dylan Cleaver, who told Piney that the cricketer definitely sits at either first or second in terms of the country’s all-time greats. 

“He’s a genius, and what he’s done at the crease over 16 years for New Zealand is unprecedented.” 

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Kane Williamson has padded up for the last time. 

He announced his retirement from international cricket ahead of the second test against England at Lords, bringing his highly successful over 15 year career to a close.  

One of Williamson’s earliest teammates was BJ Watling, who played in the same game in which Williamson debuted for the Northern Districts.  

Watling told Piney his skill was apparent pretty early on and it wasn’t long until he was straight into the runs. 

“I’m not sure if it was his first or second season, but...

The Kane Williamson era is over. 

The Black Cap is stepping away from international cricket ahead of the second test against England – pulling stumps on an extraordinary career. 

Williamson finishes with the most New Zealand test runs, most centuries and an astonishing average of 54.06. 

Neil Wagner —a long-time teammate of Williamson— told Piney he was meticulous about what he did, and the effort he put in was second to none.  

“I think he can look back, y’know, fondly and know he’s probably played arguably the biggest part ever in New Zealand cric...

Kane Williamson has pulled stumps, retiring from international cricket. 

The big question is, why now? 

Mid-series in England, with a mouth-watering test schedule over the next seven months, including a four-test tour of Australia —the one unconquered frontier for this NZ test team— and on the cusp of joining a very exclusive group of cricketers to have scored 10 thousand test runs. 

Why would Kane Williamson retire now? 

Firstly, he's never been motivated by his personal numbers. I don't think he could tell you how many test runs he's scored, but I reckon h...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss England beating out the All Whites this morning in their second World Cup warm-up match, and all the Super Rugby action from this weekend.

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The Crusaders have marched past the Blues in their Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final, running out winners 52 to 31.

While he's wary of getting too comfortable, coach Rob Penney says his players are loving life playing under the Te Kaha roof, just as much as their fans are.

Crusaders fullback Johnny McNicholl joined Piney to break down the win.

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The Stihl Timbersports Rookie World Championship 2026 has come to an end, with Mathew Gower bringing home the title in Budapest.

He joined Piney to discuss the win.

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Twelve-year-old Tatiana Na is attracting interest among tennis experts - and she's getting attention on the world stage.

The Christchurch-born tennis star took her first trip to Europe this year to test herself against elite young players from all over the world. 

Her coach, Seb Lavie, joined Piney to reveal what her future could hold, given her young age.

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Imogen Ayris has made another career breakthrough, clearing 4.81m in the women’s pole vault at the Paavo Nurmi Games.

Competing just days after her first Diamond League podium in Rabat, Morocco, Ayris returned to competition in Turku, Finland, overnight.

Lining up in the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meeting proved fruitful for Ayris as she improved her previous best from 4.70m to 4.81m, winning and setting a new meet record.

She joined Piney to discuss further.

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The All Whites are talking up the positives from a 1-nil loss to England in their final warm-up match before North America's FIFA World Cup.

A goal from star striker Harry Kane on the cusp of halftime was the only goal, with All Whites Coach Darren Bazley urging his players to take the limited opportunities they'll receive on the biggest stage.

Former All White Noel Barkley joined Piney to discuss.

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Chiefs loose forward Wallace Sititi is experiencing no problems following a nasty head clash in the Super Rugby qualifying win over the Reds in Hamilton.

Now at home, Sititi says he feels good after scans at Waikato Hospital didn't reveal any issues.

Chiefs fullback Isaac Hutchinson is rapt his team mate is alright, following the frightening scenes which saw Sititi convulsing on the field.

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Next weekend will see an all-New Zealand Super Rugby semifinals, as the Chiefs host the Crusaders while the Hurricanes will see the 'lucky loser' Blues come to town.

Last night's action saw the Crusaders beat the Blues 52-31, while the Chiefs knocked out the final Australian team in the Queensland Reds with a 46-24 win.

Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley explained further.

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The FIFA World Cup is nearly upon us, and the All Whites are in the midst of their final preparations.  

They have one last pre-season match, going up against England tomorrow after Wednesday’s disappointing performance against Haiti.  

As a result of a hamstring injury picked up last month, midfielder Ryan Thomas isn’t involved in either warm up games – though he’s confident he’ll be right by the World Cup opener against Iran.  

It’s his first World Cup, and he told Piney he didn’t think he was going to be here a few yea...

The Hurricanes have breezed into the Super Rugby semi finals after rolling the Brumbies 66-12 in Wellington. 

Ngane Punivai grabbed a hat-trick off the bench as the Hurricanes scored nine converted tries with Ruben Love finishing 100 percent off the kicking tee. 

He told Piney he was pretty lucky the boys did all the hard work in the first half so they had a lead by the time he entered the pitch. 

“I was able to come on and just have a bit of fun and express myself.” 

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The Super Rugby Pacific playoffs have begun. 

The Hurricanes delivered a statement performance in their qualifying final against the Brumbies, advancing them to the semi finals and firmly establishing them as favourites for the title. 

This afternoon the other four teams will battle it out for the remaining playoff spots, with the Crusaders taking on the Blues this afternoon, and the Chiefs and Reds following this evening. 

While an overall Hurricanes victory seems likely, former All Black Jeff Wilson told Piney you can’t rule a Crusaders win out of the realm of possi...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 6th June 2026, the Black Caps summer schedule has been announced, but no tests will be played in Auckland once again. NZC Chief Marketing and Commercial officer Glenn Critchley explains the reasoning. 

Former All Black Jeff Wilson does a deep dive into the Super Rugby Playoffs. 

And Snowboarding superstar Shaun White is bringing his Snow League to NZ. 

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The schedule for the Summer of Cricket has been announced – a highlight being the India tests on New Zealand’s shores in late 2026. 

One of the main talking points that came from the schedule is the number of matches happening at Eden Park, the stadium hosting just two white ball matches. 

NZ Cricket’s Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley told Piney Eden Park’s main focus is around white ball, and while Auckland is an important location, they wanted to make sure there’s opportunities for people to watch right around the country. 

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